Harley-Davidson Roadster vs Royal Enfield Classic 500

BikeWale brings you comparison of Harley-Davidson Roadster and Royal Enfield Classic 500. The ex-showroom price of Harley-Davidson Roadster is ₹ 11,08,945 and Royal Enfield Classic 500 is ₹ 2,01,626. Harley-Davidson Roadster is available in 3 colours and Royal Enfield Classic 500 is available in 1 colour. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between Harley-Davidson Roadster and Royal Enfield Classic 500.

Harley-Davidson Roadster vs Royal Enfield Classic 500 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Roadster	Classic 500
Price	₹ 11,08,945	₹ 2,01,626
Capacity	1202 cc	499 cc
Power	--	27.2 bhp @ 5250 rpm
Economy	--	32 kmpl

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Harley-Davidson

Roadster

Standard

₹ 11,08,945

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Royal Enfield

Classic 500

ABS

₹ 2,01,626

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Roadster

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Classic 500

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Specifications

Power & Performance

Max Power	--	27.2 bhp @ 5,250 rpm
Max Torque	98 Nm @ 4,250 rpm	41.3 Nm @ 4,000 rpm
Riding Range (km)	--	--
Top Speed (kmph)	--	--
Riding Modes	--	--
Transmission	5 Speed Manual	5 Speed Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Displacement (cc)	1,202	499
Mileage - Owner Reported (kmpl)	--	32
Gear Shifting Pattern	--	--
Cylinders	2	1
Bore (mm)	88.9	84
Stroke (mm)	96.8	90
Valves Per Cylinder	2	2
Compression Ratio	10.0:1	8.5 : 1
Spark Plugs (Per Cylinder)	--	2
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Air Cooled
Clutch	--	--
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	12.5	13.5
Reserve Fuel Capacity (litres)	--	2.5
Emission Standard	BS4	BS4

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Suspension	43 mm inverted forks	Telescopic, 35mm Forks, 130mm Travel
Rear Suspension	Variable rate spring over 36 mm piston	Twin gas charged shock absorbers with 5-step adjus
Braking System	Dual Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	300	280
Caliper - Front (Piston)	--	--
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	260	240
Caliper - Rear (Piston)	--	--
Wheel Type	Alloy	Spoke
Front Wheel Size (inch)	19	19
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	18	18
Front Tyre Size	120/70R19 M/C 60V	90/90 - 19(Domestic), 90/90 - 18(Export)
Rear Tyre Size	150/70R18 M/C 70V	120/80 - 18(Domestic), 110/80 - 18(Export)
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubed
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	--	--
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) (psi)	--	--
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	--	--
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) (psi)	--	--

Dimensions & Chassis

Manufacturer Warranty

Features

Instrument Cluster

Touch Screen Display	--	--
Instrument Console	--	--
Odometer	Digital	Analogue
Speedometer	Digital	Analogue
Hazard Warning Indicator	--	--
Average Speed	--	--
OTA Updates	--	--
Call/SMS Alerts	--	--
Geo Fencing	--	--
Distance to Empty	--	--
Stand Alarm
No. of Tripmeters	2	--
Tripmeter Type	Digital	--
Low Battery Indicator
Clock
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Analogue
Tachometer	Analogue	--
Gear Indicator	--	--
Low Fuel Indicator
Low Oil Indicator
Service Reminder Indicator	--	--
Battery	Maintenance Free	12 volt, 14 Ah

Storage
Mobile App Connectivity
Light System
GPS & Charging
Switchgear
Pillion Comfort
Additional Features

Colours

	Vivid Black	Classic Black
	Wicked Red
	Billiard White

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.9/5

29 Ratings

4.7/5

363 Ratings

Rating Parameters

4.5

Visual Appeal

4.7

Visual Appeal

4.6

Reliability

4.4

Reliability

4.7

Performance

4.6

Performance

4.4

Service Experience

4.2

Service Experience

3.8

Maintenance cost

5.0

Maintenance cost

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Very comfortable and smooth riding in city and also for long ride. Breaking is very g

Bike is very classic look and very nice

The price is good and the best performance and better for the money and very heavy bi

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Harley-Davidson Roadster Comparison with Similar Bikes

Kerb Weight (kg)	259	190
Seat Height (mm)	785	800
Ground Clearance (mm)	150	135
Overall Length (mm)	2,185	2,140
Overall Width (mm)	841	790
Overall Height (mm)	1,082	1,090
Wheelbase (mm)	1,505	1,360
Chassis Type	Tubular	Single Downtube,Using Engine As Stressed Member

DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)	--	--
Shift Light
Headlight Type	--	--
Brake/Tail Light	--	--
Turn Signal	--	--
Pass Light
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	--	--

Cruise Control	--	--
Hazard Warning Lights	--	--
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start
Kill Switch
Traction Control	--	--

Pillion Backrest
Pillion Grab Rail
Pillion Seat	Stepped Seat
Pillion Footrest

Front Suspension Preload Adjuster	--	--
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	--	--
Additional Features	--	--

Standard Warranty (year)	--	--
Standard Warranty (km)	--	--

Front Storage Box	--	--
Under Seat Storage (Litres)	--	--

GPS & Navigation	--	--
USB Charging Port	--	--

Harley-Davidson Roadster vs Royal Enfield Classic 500